College Hoops Bracket Bash

The next big event on campus is about to start. College basketball playoffs are kicking off, and the excitement builds as teams fight for the top spot in the nation. The local paper is launching its yearly bracket contest, inviting everyone to predict the winners and win prizes. The first round will run from March 19th to 20th. Participants can submit their picks online at www. austindailyherald. com/contests or hand in a paper bracket. If you choose to mail it, send the completed form to Basketball Mayhem, 1511 West Oakland Avenue, Austin, MN 55912. To qualify for the local and national awards, you must be 18 or older and submit your bracket by 9 a. m. on Thursday, March 19th.Only one entry per person is allowed, and photocopies will not be accepted. Employees of the Herald and their families cannot win. Two grand prizes are up for grabs: each is a $25 gift certificate that can be used at any advertiser listed on the bracket page. The bracket will appear in Saturday’s edition of the paper, so be sure to read it and fill it out before tip‑off. Keep track of your predictions by staying online, where you can see how your bracket compares to others. This contest is a great way to stay engaged with the season and support your hometown newspaper. Join in, have fun, and maybe you’ll take home one of the gift cards.